The refined Camry has long been one of our top choices among family sedans.
Predictable handling, good brakes, a smooth, quiet ride, and excellent reliability remain Camry hallmarks.
Redesigned for 1997, the Camry only marginally improved over the well-regarded previous generation.
The 2.2-liter four-cylinder is somewhat sluggish, but the 3.0-liter V6 is smooth and energetic.

Road Test Results

PerformancePerformance

Acceleration
AccelerationAcceleration tests are conducted on a smooth, flat pavement straightaway at the track. Time, speed, and distance measurements are taken with a precise GPS-based device that’s hooked to a data-logging computer.

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0 to 60 mph (sec.)
0 to 60 mph (sec.)The time in seconds that a vehicle takes to reach 60 mph from a standstill with the engine idling.

Fuel Economy
Fuel EconomyWe perform our own fuel-economy tests, independent of the government's often-quoted EPA figures and the manufacturers' claims. Using a precise fuel-flow measuring device spliced into the fuel line, we run two separate circuits to represent city and highway consumption.

Front Seat Comfort
Front Seat ComfortOur judgment of how comfortable the front seat is for drivers of various heights.

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Rear Seat Comfort
Rear Seat ComfortOur judgment of how comfortable the rear seat is for two passengers to sit across.

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Interior Fit and Finish
Interior Fit and FinishAn expert evaluation of the interior quality and craftsmanship.

N/A

Trunk/Cargo Area
Trunk/Cargo AreaOur rating is based on the amount of luggage or cargo space that a vehicle has in the trunk or cargo area.

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Owner Reports

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Reliability History
Reliability HistoryThe reliability charts are based on responses on hundreds of thousands of vehicles from our latest Annual Auto Survey. Consumer Reports subscribers reported on any serious problems they had with their vehicles during the past 12 months that they considered serious because of cost, failure, safety, or downtime, in any of the trouble spots included in the table below. The results are presented relative to the average model that year. Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission problems. Based on this data and further analysis, we predict reliability for the latest year. N/A indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Reliability History
Reliability HistoryThe reliability charts are based on responses on hundreds of thousands of vehicles from our latest Annual Auto Survey. Consumer Reports subscribers reported on any serious problems they had with their vehicles during the past 12 months that they considered serious because of cost, failure, safety, or downtime, in any of the trouble spots included in the table below. The results are presented relative to the average model that year. Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission problems. Based on this data and further analysis, we predict reliability for the latest year. N/A indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.

Owner Satisfaction
Owner SatisfactionTo learn about satisfaction, CR has collected survey data from our annual survey on more than half a million vehicles. Our subscribers provide great insights into their satisfaction by answering one simple question: If they had it to do all over again, would they definitely buy or lease the same model? In addition, respondents also rate their cars in six categories: driving experience, comfort, value, styling, audio, and climate systems. N/A indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Owner Satisfaction
Owner SatisfactionTo learn about satisfaction, CR has collected survey data from our annual survey on more than half a million vehicles. Our subscribers provide great insights into their satisfaction by answering one simple question: If they had it to do all over again, would they definitely buy or lease the same model? In addition, respondents also rate their cars in six categories: driving experience, comfort, value, styling, audio, and climate systems. N/A indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.

ABS available, standard from 2005. Side and head protection air bags available from 2001, standard from 2007. ESC available from 2002, standard from 2010. Forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking available from 2015, standard from 2018.

Road Test

The refined Camry has long been one of our top choices among family sedans. Predictable handling, good brakes, a smooth, quiet ride, and excellent reliability remain Camry hallmarks. Redesigned for 1997, the Camry only marginally improved over the well-regarded previous generation. The 2.2-liter four-cylinder is somewhat sluggish, but the 3.0-liter V6 is smooth and energetic. The front seats are comfortable, and the rear is relatively roomy. The steering feels light but is fairly quick.

Seating

2 front, 3 rear

Drive Wheels

Front

Warranty

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification
number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership
can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

What Owners Say

“I had a sensor in the catalytic converter indicate blockage. Switching to a different brand of gasoline cured it”

Anonymous, TN
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“fuel evaporative system”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“replaced catalytic converter”

Steve D., CT
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Had to replace the catalytic converter”

Anonymous, CO
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“I had to replace the original charcoal canister to pass NY inspection in January”

Jared A., NY
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Check engine light kept coming on--It took a lot of time/effort to figure-out the problem...ended up getting a new/expensive catalytic converter”

Bruce S., IL
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Car has parts replaced since 2004: three major parts of the emission system, about $1800. Now it has check engine light on with no cause found; been on for six months”

Anonymous, WI
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Catalytic converter had to be replaced”

Jay W., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Unsure of the device name. There is an emission device located above the rear axle. It began making unbelievably loud "honking" noises that got more and more frequent. Required replacement to the tune of $400”

Robert G., TN
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Had to replace both the catalytic converter and the charcoal canister to pass emissions test”

Anonymous, GA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“check engine light came on. I had it tested for the trouble code”

Anthony F., FL
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“EGR failed”

Anonymous, IL
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Needed replacement”

Anonymous, NJ
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Check engine light comes on and off”

Michael K., NC
(2001 Toyota Camry Unsure 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Replaced one of the two part catalytic converts several years ago at a cost of $600. The second part has begun indicating that it has reached its useful life as well. I have not repaired it as yet”

John P., CT
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“The vapor sucion doesn't work making it hard to fill up the gas tank. Sometimes the engine light goes on”

John B., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“EGR sensor needed replacement, fuel line hose clogged”

William G., NM
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“EGR failed and required replacement @ $800”

Roberta R., WA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Did not pass smog check in 2014. Passed in all previous years”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“In order to get the car's registration renewed, I had to go through a costly, time-consuming repair of the emission control system ($~300)”

Anonymous, VA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“Check warning light produced emission code that was hard to diagnose”

Anonymous, NY
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“There are 3 EGR components and the Check Engine code does not specify which. I replaced all 3. To replace third one, I left old one in place under the block, rerouted wires, and bolted a new one on top of engine block”

Anonymous, NV
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Replaced the Canister above the rest able”

Daniel R., FL
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Had to have the charcoal canister replaced as well as some of the valves and hoses that prevent vapors from the gas tank from leaking. Problems may have been caused by me topping off the gas tank”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“MIL keeps triggering with multiple codes for the emissions system issues. Two shops later, and almost $4000, I have replaced almost every every component except the main ECM, yet light persists. Had to get a waiver to renew tags”

Jason A., IL
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Fuel cap

“Replaced several tomes”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“would not seat properly”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Have changed fuel cap at least 6 times since 2001 because of engine light on according to Toyota service dept. Not sure if it was the real problem”

“I was told that I needed to replace emission system sensors because I pumped more gas into system than I should have. If this is so why doesn't Toyota indicate in its informational packet that this is a concern?”

Stephen D., RI
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Replaced two O2 sensor in past three years”

Anonymous, VA
(2001 Toyota Camry Unsure 3.0-L V6)

“Never noticed a problem, except the check engine light came on. The main problem was the fuel/air sensors”

Anonymous, LA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“EGR solenoid bad”

Anonymous, TN
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“That was the curser to the catalytic converters replacement”

Anonymous, AL
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Engine problem indicator goes on due to possible leak in emissions system which has been difficult to locate”

What Owners Say

“Loud squeaking while braking. Calipers and rotors were rusted and warped”

Charles V., MI
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“Wore out unevenly”

Milton F., VA
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“Brakes would stick on particularly after not driving for a week plus”

Anonymous, NY
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)
Parking brake

“Needed adjustment, wouldn't hold”

Anonymous, NJ
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Rotors

“The were refinished in a shp”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“Had to replace rotor and brake pads. I let brakes run down till there was metal to metal contact on the rotors. This resulted in a cost me $749.34 for a full brake job including new rotors”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“I have had to replace the rotors 3 or 4 times in the 200,000 miles I've driven the car. My mechanic says they are just designed too thin and they wear out faster than the rotors on other model cars”

Eric C., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Squeaking

“The rear brakes get out of adjustment and cause odd noises sometimes. When I first started noticing it, I thought they may need to be replaced but my mechanic said the brakes were still at 90% but the rear ones needed adjustment. At my last maintenance check, they needed adjustment again and the mechanic told me to use my e-brake occasionally to self-adjust”

Anonymous, WI
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Loud squeaking while braking. Calipers and rotors were rusted and warped”

“Chrankshaft bearing failed allowing the crankshaft to move out of alignment with pulleys, and so belts came off pulleys”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Timing cover, valve cover leaking, new tires,”

Anonymous, NC
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Engine computer

“Check engine light was on all year and car did not pass smog test. Mechanic did something and card did pass smog test. Check engine light is now on all year again. I think I was told it was a valve problem and mechanic will adjust valves”

Marcia H., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Engine knock or ping

“knock sensors needed to be replaced”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“There is a "tick" that only stops when the car stops”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“My engine had a big rattle on starting traced to a fault in the timing belt system. Expensive repair”

“Muffler leaked so badly and roared so loudly that replacement was necessary, but then the new muffler was soon showing signs of corrosion and even with new pipes the roaring noise returned. Nice car all around but exhaust system was a real problem and costly to maintain”

Robert B., MD
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Holes noisy”

Anonymous, OH
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Pipes

“Pipes from engine to catalytic converter rattled and corroded and needed replacement. To do that, the CC needed replacement, too”

Anonymous, CT
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Corrosion in many areas of the pipes, which caused leaks and produced roaring noises, Entire exhaust system needed replacement including the muffler”

Robert B., MD
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“broken when dealer was fixing oil leaks”

Gregory M., MD
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Front flex pipe replaced”

Anonymous, WI
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Needed to replace exhaust system”

Anonymous, NY
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“pipes were just worn out, replaced part for $50. from a non Toyota mechanic”

M- M J., WI
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Flex pipe from manifold replaced”

Eugene P., MN
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Exhaust manifold

“replaced leaking flex connector to manifold. Had it welded in by a good shop after getting several quotes calling for replacement of piping and catalytical converter from dealers and other shops who quoted $2000 - to $2500. I paid $500. None of the”

“My outside top of care is badly peeling paint and now the trunk is also doing that. The cost for repair of this is too high for me to take care of it now but I need to do it at some point. I now also have a driver side mirror that is detached after I touched it lightly at a bank drive through. It will cost me far too much to repair. I have gone to 3 different places and the Toyota dealer was the most expensive. Toyota parts are VERY expensive which is one of the bad parts of them. However, my ca”

Anonymous, NC
(2001 Toyota Camry CE Unsure)

“Paint spot-peeling on roof top”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Primer exposed on roof”

Randall T., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“Peeling paint on hood and roof. Cars is parked in driveway, never in the garage”

Karen M., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“I bought the car new. About two years ago(2015) the clear coat began to fail. Then the paint on the hood bubbled of and started peeling. I took the car to a reputable paint shop and they told me the hood had been repainted. I said I never had any paint work done on the car , and he responded that the dealer must have repaired some damage to the hood before I purchased it. This was never disclosed to me at the time. Since the car was 14 years old at the time the problem materialized I never both”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“Paint, color Cashmere Beige Metallic, faded on top surfaces”

Don B., TX
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Paint and rust area in a couple of locations”

Eugene K., NY
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Entire car repainted due to failing paint and resulting rust spots”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“peeling paint has been an ongoing problem for several years”

Tuula M., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Paint fails to adhere to plastic body parts -- fenders and bumpers”

Anonymous, OR
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Paint is fading and pealing on the hood and front fender”

Jay W., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Clear coat on hood, roof and truck lids peeled off. Spent $1,300 to re surface the affected area and repaint”

George I., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“Serious delamination of paint around all windows”

James G., IN
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“The paint was a problem since the first day we bought the car. I took it to a couple of paint shops to see if they thought there was some issues with the paint from the factory. I took it to the Toyota dealer too with the same issue. The paint”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“PAINT STARTED FADING ABOUT 5 YEARS AGO. ALL TOYOTA'S SEEM TO HAVE BAD PAINT”

Anonymous, VA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Peeling paint was constant, particularly on the hood”

Anonymous, MO
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Dark blue car, paint faded on rear bumper”

Deborah M., NV
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“The clear coat is peeling off”

Anonymous, AZ
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Rust

“POS”

Gregory M., MD
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Same door where window cable replaced. Rust followed the peeling and paint problem”

Anonymous, MI
(2001 Toyota Camry Unsure 3.0-L V6)

“Rust at the top of the windshield, such that a cracked windshield cannot be replaced”

What Owners Say

Ball joints

“Had vehicle towed after AAA attempted to change a flat tire and one of the wheel studs broke off. All studs were looking old/rusty. Ended up having to replace the front and lower control arms and ball joints after test drive indicated issues”

“small drip from power steering oil pump, needs to be replaced for second time”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“A fluid line leaked and cost over 500$ to replace”

Dennis F., WA
(2001 Toyota Camry Unsure 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Items discovered doing service oil change. Issue was noted on work order sheet about a month ago, but have not return auto to service department (Principle Toyota Dealership) for leaks fixture as of date”

Anonymous, TN
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)
Shocks or struts

“Needs new shocks”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“Front struts needed to be replaced”

Anonymous, AL
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“Leakage in shocks”

Anonymous, AL
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“Front and rear struts were worn out at 145,000 miles”

Paul C., CO
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“rear struts are clunking and need to be changed”

Wayne R., ON
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Had to replace both the front and rear shock s and struts which cost about $1,000”

Anonymous, GA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Struts are shot, ride is "boat like", but we've left them alone”

Anonymous, MA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“replaced four struts”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“Rattle in rear when going over bumps. Diagnosis: worn rear struts. Had them replaced”

What Owners Say

Headlights

“replaced both head light assemblies for being faded”

Anonymous, WA
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“The plastic of the headlight shells had become very cloudy and was making driving very difficult at night due to the defused light. A headlight restoration kit was used to improve them, but they're not close to being as clear as they were new”

“car's alarm system activated after opening of trunk caused by shorted or open wiring attached to trunk lid”

Anonymous, BC
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)
Body control module

“power window motor”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)
Clock

“The clock no longer lights up. The fuse was checked. That wasn't the problem.At the same time, the cigarette lighter has no power to charge my Tracfone”

Evelyn R., NY
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Gauges

“Speedometer stopped working”

Anonymous, CO
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“I now have two malfunctioning indicator lights. The check engine gauge has had issues for years due to a faulty gas tank sensor. Lately, the headlight indicator goes on and off randomly. No connection to whether the headlights are on”

Anonymous, PA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Interior lights

“Short on door light switch that drained battery”

William T., TX
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Keyless entry

“Lost program, estimated $400 to find problem and reprogram”

Anonymous, MN
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)
Remote engine starter

“All the problems happened because my 12V plug shorted and burned out the wires behind the dashboard. $800.00 and only part of the problems were fixed”

“The driver's door handle broke between where you grab it and the rest of the structure. The part is molded plastic and the connecting material between the hand grab and the rest of the structure was so thin that this is a design defect. Repair $300”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“door handle broke off, unable to open the door from the outside. Significant safety issue and it cost over $200 to fix”

Anonymous, VA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“front door latches broke on both sides”

Anonymous, VA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“the lock on the driver's side wouldn't work”

Anonymous, FL
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“On one particularly cold day, when I reached for the door handle, the handle broke in half:( It was a rather expensive item to replace. Also, not sure if I categorized it correctly, but I needed to replace something (I forget what it's called) in”

Anonymous, NY
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Driver's side door handle broke”

John R., WI
(2001 Toyota Camry Unsure 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Windows

“Window would not go up and down. New cable installed and subsequently seemed to bring about unsightly peeling paint and rust on bottom edge of door”

Anonymous, MI
(2001 Toyota Camry Unsure 3.0-L V6)

“electric window motors replaced”

Anonymous, VA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“the automatic window motor failed. I was not able to get my window up once it had been wound down”

Anonymous, FL
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“The driver's window doesn't always go back up and must be hand lifted while button is in position to lift it. I don't dare lower it now”

Evelyn R., NY
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“if you scroll the window down all the way, it is electric & you have to keep activating the control 4 or 5 times to close it as it only move 2 or 3 inches at a time”

M A., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“Both front electric windows failed, and repairs are very expensive”

Anonymous, MA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“WINDOW ON DRIVERS SIDE (POWER WINDOWS) SOMETIMES WILL NOT GO BACK UP”

What Owners Say

“Original engine overheated and warped the cylinder head. Bought and installed a used low-mileage engine from a salvage yard”

Paul C., CO
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“engine was burning oil”

Anonymous, MI
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“Replaced original engine at 92,000 miles due to total engine failure. Installed a used engine with 106,000 miles. Replacement engine had oil leaks that were repaired. Used engine now performs very well”

Anonymous, VA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“bought car with ruined engine.My husband replaced the engine and it is running fine”

Deborah M., NV
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Engine locked up and blew after A/C compressor replacement”

Jonathan N., MD
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Head gasket

“replace head gasket twice”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“I mentioned the Head gasket, but was really referring to the seal problem”

Anonymous, MD
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“It was starting to leak oil. It was an old car, doing mostly city driving. Not bad after 13 years of no problems!”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“have had to replace 3 times in the last 2 years. mechanic does not know why”

Anonymous, NC
(2001 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Timing belt or chain

“squirrel was caught in drive belt to timing belts and broke/shattered PLASTIC drive belt cover plate resulting in damage to timing belts. Toyota said road hazard no responsibility. BS this was poor material selection its a design issue”

Anonymous, WA
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)
Cylinder head

“spark plug blew out do to standing oil in the spark plug exterior chamber of the cylinder head. Resulted in scoring of the cylinder wall and junking of the engine, According to mechanic this is a design/manuf problem with this is a V-6”

What Owners Say

Blower (fan) motor

“Intermediate switch settings didn't work (I think it was a resistor problem)”

Anonymous, NY
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“A mouse or other rodent somehow got into the ventilation duct system and built a nest. I could not determine how it got in but it dramatically affected the out put of the HVAC system and made the fan extremely noisy”

Anonymous, CA
(2001 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

“It only works on the highest setting”

Eugene K., NY
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Fan stopped working. Bad motor. Was replaced”

Howard A., CA
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Refrigerant leaks

“6 inch crack in radiator-needed replacing”

Anonymous, TN
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

“Had to replace evaporator as it was leaking”

Anonymous, VA
(2001 Toyota Camry Unsure 3.0-L V6)

“gradual leakage of refrigerant, a nuisance more than a serious concern”

What Owners Say

“Axle made car wobble and was noisy. Replacement cured all problems. Not a big deal after so many miles”

Anonymous, NJ
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Electrical failure

“Relay burned out preventing the fan from running”

Mark Y., CT
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

“Engine light came on. Needed to replace timing belt”

Jean R., DE
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Driveline vibration

“Vibrations/rough shits especially when downshifting, but also noticeable during shifts at around 45mph or so... taken it to two shops so far - consensus is leave it alone until it becomes a breakdown”

What Owners Say

Overheating

“In spite of changes to the thermostat and water pump, the engine always overheats in highway driving, and the heater needs to be on full blast, winter and summer, to keep the temperature from going into the red”

Anonymous, ON
(2001 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
Radiator

“Radiator went bad...had to get it replaced. However, it may have been un-necessary...I used a mechanic I was unfamiliar with...he replaced the radiator. In hind-sight, I wonder if I got ripped-off and if just a gasket or new cap or other minor 'fix' would have been sufficient... Guess I'll never know!!”